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Taquile, Peru
Puno · Peru
Taquile is a small town in Puno, Peru with a population of 2,000. Elevation: 12,831 ft (3,911 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Taquile
Taquile is an island on the Peruvian side of Lake Titicaca 45 km offshore from the city of Puno. About 2,200 people live on the island, which is 5.5 by 1.6 kilometres in size, with an area of 5.72 km2 (2.21 sq mi). The highest point of the island is 4,050 metres above sea level and the main village is at 3,950 metres. The inhabitants, known as Taquileños, speak Puno Quechua.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,000 |
| Population Density | 905 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,831 ft (3,911 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.7667°, -69.6833° |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
| Country | 🇵🇪 Peru |
| State / Province | Puno |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.5 inches (926 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Taquile
Taquile is a small town in Peru (Puno) with a population of 2,000. The city sits at an elevation of 12,831 feet (3,911 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.5 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.2°F |
| 9% below Peru avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,831 ft (3,911 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 905/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.7667°N, 69.6833°W |
| Timezone | America/Lima |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Huaynaputina (156 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Huaynaputina | Stratovolcano | 4,850 m (15,912 ft) | 1600 | 156 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 158 km |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (10°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 6.7 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 5.5 in |
Taquile has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 46°F in July to 51°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.6") and June the driest (0.2").
Schools in Taquile
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa 70002 Nuestra Señora De Los Campos | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Taquile | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Huayrapata | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Taquile
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Wawamarka |
Farmers Markets in Taquile
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food Booths | |||||
| Vírgen de Natividad de Platería |
Restaurants in Taquile
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Taquile
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Taquile
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Inca Manco Capac International Airport | JUL | Large Airport |
| Copacabana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ulla Ulla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ventilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Peru
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Taquile?
Taquile has a population of 2,000 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 905 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Taquile?
Taquile has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.5 inches.